Trump Suggests Paying off $35 Trillion National Debt With Bitcoin — Wants US to Be Leader in Crypto

Trump Suggests Paying off $35 Trillion National Debt With Bitcoin — Wants US to Be Leader in Crypto

Former U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized the importance of the U.S. leading in cryptocurrency, suggesting that the government could pay off its $35 trillion national debt with bitcoin. He described crypto as “a different form of currency” that is already “prominent” and “massive,” stating that “it’s going to end up benefiting the country.” Trump Advocates…

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Morgan Stanley’s 15,000 Financial Advisors Can Start Pitching Bitcoin ETFs to Clients Next Week: Report

Morgan Stanley’s 15,000 Financial Advisors Can Start Pitching Bitcoin ETFs to Clients Next Week: Report

Morgan Stanley is set to offer spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to select clients through its 15,000 financial advisors starting next week. This marks a significant first for a major Wall Street bank. Advisors can pitch Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust and Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund to eligible clients…  » …Read More

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Microstrategy Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to 226,500 BTC With Q2 Acquisitions

Microstrategy Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to 226,500 BTC With Q2 Acquisitions

Nasdaq-listed Microstrategy acquired 12,222 bitcoins in the second quarter, bringing its total holdings to 226,500 BTC. CEO Phong Le and CFO Andrew Kang expressed optimism about future bitcoin support and emphasized the company’s financial strategies. Despite net losses, Microstrategy remains committed to its bitcoin strategy. Microstrategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings Microstrategy Inc…  » …Read More

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Bybit Exits French Market Amid Regulatory Pressures

Bybit Exits French Market Amid Regulatory Pressures

Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has announced its exit from the French market, citing increasing regulatory pressures from French authorities. The Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) had previously issued a warning against Bybit, advising investors to avoid trading on the platform. Starting August 2, 2024, Bybit will restrict French users’ accounts to “close-only” mode…  » …Read More

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US Spot Ethereum ETFs Record $77.21M Outflow

US Spot Ethereum ETFs Record $77.21M Outflow

On Wednesday, U.S.-based spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a day of outflows, with $77.21 million withdrawn from the funds. While six ETFs reported inflows, Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE) saw a substantial reduction of $133.33 million. Over $77 Million Withdrawn From U.S. Spot Ethereum ETFs The nine spot ether ETFs collectively recorded a trading volume…

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